What are the main factors that influence a Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager's salary?

A Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: a Manufacturing Production Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $103,690, a Manufacturing Production Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $130,493, an Engineer, Lead/Master - Production (7-10 years)earns $149,916, a Supervisor - Production Engineering (10+ years)earns $117,577, a Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $149,323,

What are the highest paying states for a Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager?

Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $159,500, California $158,900, Massachusetts $156,800. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager roles make?

Salaries for Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Manufacturing System Engineering Manager, Sr.: $153,791; Production Engineering Manager: $144,023; Manufacturing Process Engineering Manager: $142,710; Manufacturing System Engineering Manager: $138,933; Biologics Manufacturing Engineering Manager: $128,200.

Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager in Rhode Island is $149,400 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $72.

However, a Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $171,370
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $136,700 to $160,900
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $125,137

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Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$160,900	$13,408	$3,094	$77
Average	$149,400	$12,450	$2,873	$72
25th Percentile	$136,700	$11,392	$2,629	$66

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Key Factors That Influence Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager Salaries

A Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Manufacturing Production Engineer III (4-7 years): $103,690
Manufacturing Production Engineer IV (7+ years): $130,493
Engineer, Lead/Master - Production (7-10 years): $149,916
Supervisor - Production Engineering (10+ years): $117,577
Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager (10+ years): $149,323

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Manufacturing Production Engineer III	4-7 years	$103,690
Manufacturing Production Engineer IV	7+ years	$130,493
Engineer, Lead/Master - Production	7-10 years	$149,916
Supervisor - Production Engineering	10+ years	$117,577
Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager	10+ years	$149,323

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How Do Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Manufacturing Production Engineering Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $159,500.
California: $158,900.
Massachusetts: $156,800.

District of Columbia $159,500 California $158,900 Massachusetts $156,800 Washington $156,200 New Jersey $156,200 Alaska $156,000 Connecticut $154,000 New York $153,200

Hawaii $150,600 Rhode Island $149,400 Maryland $148,600 Minnesota $147,400 Colorado $147,000 Illinois $146,900 Oregon $146,300 Delaware $145,900

New Hampshire $145,600 Virginia $145,100 Pennsylvania $143,400 Nevada $142,600 North Dakota $142,300 Michigan $141,900 Wisconsin $141,700 Vermont $141,400

Maine $140,500 Texas $140,500 Arizona $140,400 Ohio $140,300 Georgia $139,000 Indiana $138,300 Wyoming $138,200 Utah $138,000

Iowa $137,900 Kansas $137,200 Louisiana $137,000 Missouri $136,900 North Carolina $136,900 Florida $136,300 Montana $136,000 Nebraska $135,700

Kentucky $135,600 South Carolina $135,000 Tennessee $134,600 Idaho $134,500 New Mexico $133,400 Oklahoma $133,200 Alabama $132,400 South Dakota $130,900

Arkansas $130,200 West Virginia $129,700 Mississippi $128,500

Top Paying Cities for Manufacturing Production Engineering Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $151,200
Albion: $150,000
Ashaway: $151,000

Adamsville, RI $151,200 Albion, RI $150,000 Ashaway, RI $151,000 Barrington, RI $149,600 Block Island, RI $150,400 Bradford, RI $150,900 Bristol, RI $150,100 Carolina, RI $150,600

Charlestown, RI $150,700 Chepachet, RI $150,400 Clayville, RI $149,900 Coventry, RI $150,000 West Greenwich, RI $150,400 East Greenwich, RI $149,900 Exeter, RI $150,300 Fiskeville, RI $149,600

Forestdale, RI $150,700 Foster, RI $150,300 Glendale, RI $150,700 Greene, RI $150,500 Greenville, RI $149,600 Harmony, RI $149,800 Harrisville, RI $150,700 Hope, RI $149,700

Hope Valley, RI $150,800 Hopkinton, RI $151,000 Jamestown, RI $150,500 Kenyon, RI $150,600 Little Compton, RI $151,200 Manville, RI $150,200 Mapleville, RI $150,400 Newport, RI $150,700

Middletown, RI $150,700 North Kingstown, RI $150,100 North Scituate, RI $149,800 Oakland, RI $150,600 Pascoag, RI $150,800 Pawtucket, RI $149,300 Central Falls, RI $149,400 Cumberland, RI $150,300

Lincoln, RI $149,600 Portsmouth, RI $150,700 Prudence Island, RI $150,300 Rockville, RI $151,000 Saunderstown, RI $150,400 Shannock, RI $150,600 Slatersville, RI $150,700 Slocum, RI $150,400

Tiverton, RI $151,100 Wakefield, RI $150,600 Kingston, RI $150,500 Narragansett, RI $150,600 Peace Dale, RI $150,500 Warren, RI $150,000 Warwick, RI $149,500 Westerly, RI $151,000

West Kingston, RI $150,500 West Warwick, RI $149,700 Wood River Junction, RI $150,800 Woonsocket, RI $150,700 North Smithfield, RI $150,400 Wyoming, RI $150,600 Providence, RI $149,300 Cranston, RI $149,300

North Providence, RI $149,300 East Providence, RI $149,300 Riverside, RI $149,400 Rumford, RI $149,300 Smithfield, RI $149,600 Johnston, RI $149,400

Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $167,593. While startup companies pay approximate $141,855.

Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$141,855
Growth Stage	51~500	$150,002
Established	501~5000	$161,864
Enterprise	5000+	$167,593

Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 61% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$186,750	$90.0	25%
Pharmaceuticals	$179,280	$86.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$171,810	$83.0	15%
Internet	$167,328	$80.0	12%
Aerospace & Defense	$164,340	$79.0	10%

Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$136,700

Average $149,400/year

$160,900

$11,392

Average $12,450/month

$13,408

$2,629

Average $2,873/week

$3,094

$66

Average $72/hour

$77

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$160,900	$13,408	$3,094	$77
Average	$149,400	$12,450	$2,873	$72
25th Percentile	$136,700	$11,392	$2,629	$66

Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager

Manufacturing Execution System Director

Production Process Engineering Director

Advanced Manufacturing Product Engineer Director

VP of Production Process Engineering

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Manufacturing Production Engineering Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Manufacturing Execution System Director	$185,200	24%
Production Process Engineering Director	$185,200	24%
Advanced Manufacturing Product Engineer Director	$197,900	32%

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